School Principal Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Administrative - Licensed - Other, please specify
Job Number 2000017991
Start Date
Open Date 07/29/2026
Closing Date
PICOLLO PRINCIPAL
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under general direction, serves as the instructional leader and chief administrative officer of a school. Incumbent performs related work as required.
EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Exercises vision and provides leadership that appropriately involves staff, parents, students, and the community in the identification and accomplishment of the school's mission; recognizes the individual needs of all staff and students, including those who are of diverse cultures, backgrounds or abilities; applies effective human relations skills; encourages and develops the leadership of others; analyzes relevant information, makes decisions, delegates responsibility, and provides appropriate support and follow-up; identifies and creatively coordinates the use of available human, material, and financial resources to achieve the school's mission and goals; bonds the school community through shared values and beliefs; initiates and manages constructive change; advances the profession through participation as a member of local, state, and national professional groups.
Articulates beliefs persuasively, effectively defends decisions, explains innovations, and behaves in ways that are congruent with these beliefs and decisions; demonstrates skills in nonverbal communication, including impact of personal image, to communicate a positive image of the school; exemplifies the behavior expected of others; keeps communication flowing to and from the school; communicates effectively with the various constituencies within the school community.
Involves staff, parents, students and the community in setting goals; identifies--in collaboration with staff, parents and students--the decision-making procedures the school will follow; applies the process of consensus building both as a leader and as a member of the group.
Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum, instruction and assessment and their relationship to program goals and objectives; encourages students and staff to participate in co-curriculum activities that enhance and complement what is learned in the classroom.
Regularly assesses the teaching methods and strategies being used and ensures they are appropriate, varied and effective; applies principles of teaching and learning for both children and adults; articulates effective classroom management and planning processes. Demonstrates comprehensive and practical knowledge of curriculum, assessment and instructional best practice associated with the implementation of a Functional Skills Curriculum.
Sets high expectations for students, staff, parents, and self; helps teachers understand and apply teaching styles that complement the varied learning styles of students; encourages students and staff alike to set high personal goals and offers encouragement and support in the achievement of those goals; involves others in designing staff development programs that match the goals of the school with the needs of the participants; encourages staff participation in professional development activities; engages in continuing personal and professional development.
Uses a variety of techniques and strategies to assess student performance, individual staff and personal performance, progress toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and the effectiveness of the overall instructional program; be proficient with data management systems and possess the ability to analyze student achievement data; demonstrate an understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) as it relates to student success including familiarity with Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS).
Fosters constructive suggestions from students, staff, parents, and the community for improving the school's program; applies effective observation and conferencing skills; inspires teachers at all levels of skill and experience to acquire new competencies and experiences; demonstrates a level of human relations skills which assures that the evaluation process will be helpful rather than destructive; develops professional growth plan to improve teaching and administrative performance.
Uses collaborative strategic planning to help identify and accomplish the school's mission, goals and objectives; recruits, selects, assigns, and organizes staff in such a way as to assure the greatest potential for the accomplishment of the school's mission; facilitates the identification, training, and monitoring of the staff to insure effective support in accomplishing the strategic plan of the district; attracts volunteers and provides them effective training and meaningful assignments; provides a safe, orderly climate for learning; manages the operation and maintenance of the physical plant.
Applies understanding of the school district budget and its specific implications for the school; involves staff and representative members of the community in the development of school budget priorities, based upon the mission and strategic plan of the district.
Responsible for compliance of district, state, and federal special education laws and regulations including, but not limited to assessments, eligibility, Individual Educational Programs (IEP); placement in least restrictive environment; notification and inclusion of parents in all decisions; mandated timelines; procuring special education records from out-of-district.
Perform the responsibilities of the Local Educational Agency; officiating at IEPs; overseeing participation, procedural safeguards, present levels of academic and functional performance, strengths, concerns, interests and preferences, consideration of special factors, goals and objectives, specially designed instruction, modification, accommodations, and support; related services; extended school year; placement.
Is aware of and subject to appropriate laws of the State of Nevada, and the regulations of the district and the Nevada Department of Education.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

1. Education: Master's Degree in School Administration or related field;

AND

1. Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of leadership at the school site level as principal or assistant principal; preferably at the secondary level; or successful completion of an approved principal training program (WASL), or comparable program of study;

AND

1. Experience: Five (5) completed years of certified teaching experience;

AND

1. Satisfactory summative evaluations in the last five (5) years.

Knowledge of: Modern instructional techniques and curricular concepts, especially as they are related to the middle school; the vertical structure of the course of study of the District and understanding of the importance of articulation in these areas; the District's philosophy of the role of the comprehensive middle school; principles and practices of school administration, including school finances, teaching methods and techniques, evaluations, and program development, applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances and policies; an understanding of adolescents and the social and individual challenges inherent at that age; human resources development; school law; conflict resolution; public relations; principles of effective management, staff supervision and administration.
Skill at: Planning, organizing, assigning and coordinating the activities of a professional and support staff; presenting ideas effectively, verbally and in writing; dealing constructively with conflict and developing consensus; selecting, supervising and evaluating subordinates; dealing effectively with people within the community; team building; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; working with people, staff supervision and administration.
Licenses/Certificates: Nevada School Administrator Endorsement must be obtained prior to placement as an administrator. Proper endorsement is necessary for commencement of a contract.
THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.
The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.
Internal Job Number 2026-27-A264101
Salary
Grade 31
Salary range starts: $112,951
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position.
View Salary Schedules here. See page two(2).
Range/Grade 31
Additional Job Information
This position is being opened simultaneously to all employees currently holding a licensed administrator position, and candidates in the Principal hiring pools
In order to be considered for a Principal position:

• Employee must be a current Principal, OR
• Employee must have been a former Principal in Washoe County School District, but still employed as a licensed administrator in the district.
• Employee must be in the Principal hiring pool. If employee has not been a former Principal with Washoe County School District, s/he must apply to the Principal hiring pool.

Any Washoe County School District administrator who is eligible for and interested in requesting a transfer to the position listed above, should apply online here, by completing an Administrative application and attaching a resume and letter of interest to your online Administrative application, or by updating an existing Administrative application no later than the closing date of the posting. Applications must be linked to the job posting to be considered.
Area superintendents will review WCSD principals, eligible licensed administrators, and candidates in the principal hiring pools. An interview will be held with a committee comprised of school, district, and community stakeholders. Interviews with stakeholders ensures that the decision is made with the input of district, staff, parents, and community members.
Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.
• Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.
Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321 or email Careers@washoeschools.net